Overview
WEDDEL yacht charter in Mediterranean
WEDDEL works best when the charter is planned around clients who need space, service, and a polished guest flow, not treated as another name in a list. Bruce Farr, 73'10 / 22.5m, 8 guests The strongest fit is a larger group day where deck flow matters around Mediterranean and Ibiza, with clear timing, guest flow, and season checks.
Bruce Farr73m8 guests4 cabins
Charter fit
How to use WEDDEL
WEDDEL is best considered for clients who need space, service, and a polished guest flow, with full-scale superyacht presence with formal service and serious deck space. The useful planning angle is a larger group day where deck flow matters, not a generic yacht-listing comparison.
Shortlist logic
Why this yacht belongs in the conversation
WEDDEL should make the shortlist when the brief needs a larger group day where deck flow matters around Mediterranean and Ibiza. The decision should weigh 73'10 / 22.5m, 8 guests, 4 cabins, 1996 against route timing and guest flow.
- Best use
- a larger group day where deck flow matters
- Guest profile
- 8 guests; clients who need space, service, and a polished guest flow
- Route style
- Mallorca, Cabrera, and Port Andratx; strongest when boarding, service, and guest movement are planned before the day starts
- Port logic
- treat Formentera as a weather and crossing decision, not only a photo stop
- Compare by
- ask whether a smaller or larger yacht would make the same route feel easier
- Watch-out
- the shortlist should include one realistic alternative in case dates, berth access, or owner approval change
Who this yacht suits
WEDDEL is not a generic inventory pick. It is a better match when the client wants full-scale superyacht presence with formal service and serious deck space, a larger group day where deck flow matters, and a route shaped around Mallorca, Cabrera, and Port Andratx.
Local route logic
The local decision is less about distance and more about timing. Around Mediterranean and Ibiza, WEDDEL should be planned with boarding point, lunch stop, swim time, and return window in one brief. In practice, treat Formentera as a weather and crossing decision, not only a photo stop.
Planning window
May to October, with July and August best handled through early routing and clear guest plans. For this yacht, confirm preferred dates, guest count, cabin needs, and cruising area together so the quote reflects the real plan. the shortlist should include one realistic alternative in case dates, berth access, or owner approval change.
Guest experience
For guests, the difference is felt in pace: where people sit, how lunch is handled, where swimming fits, and how the return feels. WEDDEL should be evaluated against that rhythm, not only against specs.
Shortlist logic
WEDDEL should be compared against at least one alternative if the brief is flexible. The useful difference may be cabin layout, crew style, speed, toys, berth access, or how naturally the yacht fits Mediterranean and Ibiza.
Broker caveat
Ask the broker to state the limitation as plainly as the advantage. For WEDDEL, the check should cover availability, owner approval where relevant, cruising area, APA, fuel, and whether the planned route still works in real weather.
Technical profile
Specifications
- Builder
- Bruce Farr
- Length
- 73'10 / 22.5m
- Built
- 1996
- Guests
- 8
- Cabins
- 4
- Crew
- 5
- Price context
- €25,000 p/week + expenses Approx $29,500
- Cruising speed
- 8 Knots
- Model
- Custom
- Beam
- 20'4 / 6.2m
- Draft
- 13'1 / 4m
Charter price
What the charter price is really buying
WEDDEL is positioned around €25,000 p/week + expenses Approx $29,500, before the final charter budget is shaped by APA, tax, fuel, berths, provisioning, delivery and the route requested.
Build and scale
Bruce Farr build, 73m class
Guest experience
The value is in the way the yacht supports guests: cabins, deck space, crew flow, toys, tenders, service rhythm and the ability to make the route feel effortless.
Operating reality
Fuel, provisioning, berths, delivery, local taxes and crew gratuity should be clarified before treating any weekly or day rate as the full charter budget.
Guest fit
Who WEDDEL suits
Strong
Families and private groups
WEDDEL gives the group a cabin-led base for multi-day planning, with space to balance privacy, meals and time on deck.
Confirm toys
Active charter guests
Ask which toys, tenders and swim setups are currently offered before building the route around water sports.
Selective
Event or hosting briefs
For event-style use, confirm legal guest capacity, deck flow and whether the yacht is intended for cruising or static hosting.
Review imagery
Design-sensitive clients
Interior mood, deck style and service tone should match the client. The right yacht is not only the largest available yacht, it is the yacht guests want to live in.
Charter fit scorecard
WEDDEL by charter criteria
Space and comfort
5/5
The 73m class gives the yacht its baseline for deck space, cabins and guest flow.
Toys and activity
Check list
Confirm the current toys and tenders before promising an active water-sports day.
Wellness and amenities
Check list
Ask for the latest amenities list before comparing against newer yachts.
Price clarity
Visible
Rate context is available, but APA, tax, fuel, berths and delivery still need confirmation.
Comparison
WEDDEL vs newer 60m+ superyachts
Newer yachts in the same class may offer fresher interiors, newer beach clubs or updated wellness layouts. WEDDEL should be compared on guest fit, refit status, deck flow, crew programme, toys, range, availability and the route you actually want to run.
The strongest shortlist is not the newest yacht by default. It is the yacht whose layout, service style and operating assumptions match the client, the port and the itinerary.
Profile
About WEDDEL
Overview
The 22.5m/73'10" 'WEDDEL' sail yacht built by shipyard Bruce Farr is available for charter for up to 8 guests in 4 cabins. Offering outstanding sailing performance, WEDDEL offers comfortable deck space for magical outdoor living.
Performance Range
WEDDEL is built with a composite hull and GRP superstructure. Powered by 1 x Volvo engines, she comfortably cruises at 8 knots. Based in the magical waters of the Mediterranean all year round WEDDEL is ready for your next luxury yacht charter. Let WEDDEL Discover the magical places, food and experiences of the the Mediterranean. A charter on sail yacht WEDDEL will offer you a week of unforgettable family memories
Guest Accommodation
Built in 1996, WEDDEL offers guest accommodation for up to 8 guests in 4 suites comprising four twin cabins. She is also capable of carrying up to 5 crew onboard to ensure a relaxed luxury yacht charter experience.
Commercial
Rates and seasons
Summer Season
€25,000 p/week + expenses Approx $29,500
Mediterranean · Italy · Monaco · Amalfi Coast · Cannes · Corsica · French Riviera · Ligurian Riviera · Portofino · Sardinia · St Tropez
Winter Season
€25,000 p/week + expenses Approx $29,500
Mediterranean · Italy · Monaco · Amalfi Coast · Cannes · Corsica · French Riviera · Ligurian Riviera · Portofino · Sardinia · St Tropez
Cruising
Regions
Monaco · Cannes · French Riviera · Ligurian Riviera · St Tropez
Planning notes
Before you request dates
- Confirm whether WEDDEL's 8 guests profile fits the full party.
- Check whether WEDDEL's 4 cabins layout fits overnight plans.
- Match the first route draft to Mallorca, Cabrera, and Port Andratx.
- Ask why WEDDEL beats the nearest alternative for a larger group day where deck flow matters.
- Confirm the port plan: treat Formentera as a weather and crossing decision, not only a photo stop.
- For WEDDEL, include boarding point, must-do stops, and whether the route should stay focused on Mediterranean and Ibiza.
Availability
Request WEDDEL charter availability
Share your dates, destination, guest count and preferred pace. A charter expert will confirm availability, rate context, APA assumptions and whether WEDDEL fits the route.
FAQ
WEDDEL charter questions
Is WEDDEL a good fit for Mediterranean?
Yes, if the route is planned around beach-club timing, Formentera crossings, and the choice between a social Ibiza day and a quieter island route. The broker should confirm dates, boarding point, guest count, and cruising area before treating it as available.
Who should consider WEDDEL?
WEDDEL is strongest for clients who need space, service, and a polished guest flow. The broker should compare the yacht against the occasion, the route length, and the level of privacy expected on board.
What should I send before requesting WEDDEL?
Send dates, number of guests, preferred start port, and any must-do stops for WEDDEL. That gives the charter team enough context to check availability and realistic alternatives.